Keto Roasted Red Pepper Goat Cheese Bites
Elegant appetizer bites featuring creamy goat cheese and roasted red bell peppers nestled on golden, flaky pie crust rounds. The tangy cheese pairs beautifully with the sweet, smoky peppers, while fresh oregano adds an aromatic herb note. Perfect for entertaining, holiday parties, or wine nights when you want something impressive but simple. The convenient refrigerated pie crust makes these sophisticated-looking appetizers surprisingly easy to prepare, and they can be served warm from the oven or at room temperature.
Ingredients
- 1 crust refrigerated Pillsbury pie crust from 14.1 oz box, softened as directed
- 5 oz goat cheese
- ⅝ cup roasted red bell peppers from jar, drained, patted dry, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
- 2 ½ teaspoons fresh oregano leaves, finely chopped
- 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- small fresh oregano leaves, for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Heat oven and line 2 large cookie sheets with parchment paper
- 2
Unroll pie crust on floured surface and cut out 32 rounds using round cutter
- 3
Place rounds on prepared cookie sheets and spread goat cheese on each
- 4
Bake until edges are light golden brown
- 5
Mix chopped roasted peppers, oregano, oil and garlic powder in bowl
- 6
Top each baked round with pepper mixture and garnish with oregano leaves
- 7
Serve warm or at room temperature
Tips
Pat the roasted red peppers very dry with paper towels to prevent soggy crusts and ensure the topping stays in place.
Use a 1 3/4-inch round cookie cutter for uniform bites that bake evenly and look professional on the serving platter.
Good to Know
Store covered in refrigerator up to 2 days. Best served within 4 hours of assembly.
Bake crust rounds up to 1 day ahead. Store in airtight container and assemble just before serving.
Serve on small appetizer plates or pass on serving platters. Provide small napkins.
Common Mistakes
Pat peppers completely dry to avoid soggy crusts and sliding toppings.
Don't overbake the crust rounds to prevent tough, hard-to-bite appetizers.
Substitutions
chop finely and oil-pack preferred
FAQ
Can I make these ahead of time?
Bake the crust rounds up to 1 day ahead and store covered. Assemble with toppings just before serving to prevent soggy crusts.
What if I don't have a round cookie cutter?
Use a small glass or the rim of a shot glass to cut uniform rounds. You can also use small square or diamond shapes.
How long will leftovers keep?
Assembled bites keep covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, though the crust may soften slightly over time.